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Extremely rare in denomination.

Lot 148: SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II, 309-379 AD. AR Obol. Unpublished. RRR.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins (Auction 373)

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  • Sold Winning Bid: $420
  • 9 Bid(s)
Description

SASANIAN KINGS. Shapur II, 309-379 AD. AR Obol (0.42 gm; 10 mm). Sunrise 845var. Obverse, Shapur's bust turning right, symbol of Swastika (good fortune in Ancient Persian and Vedic mythology) with crescent above, reverse, stand alone fire altar. Extremely rare in denomination, symbols and type of reverse. Unpublished variety, Not in Sunrise. Unique. Choice aEF. Nice old cabinet toning. Extremely Rare.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 148
  • Listing #: 217848
  • Closed: Monday, April 25, 2022 4:49:00 PM CT
  • Estimate: $500